Independent filmmaker and artist Pat Tremblay is exploring the possibilities of artificial intelligence with a new proof-of-concept trailer for They Lurk Beneath Eyelids, a project that could eventually expand into a feature film or web series.
Drawing inspiration from classic Italian horror and retro grindhouse cinema, Tremblay describes the project as a personal tribute to the genre he has loved throughout his 35-year career as a filmmaker and artist. At 53 years old, he says advances in AI tools have allowed him to bring long-held horror concepts to life in ways he once thought were out of reach.
They Lurk Beneath Eyelids blends vintage-inspired imagery with surreal horror elements, creating a style that reflects the filmmakerโs appreciation for old-school genre filmmaking. Tremblay refers to the project as a โlove letterโ to the horror movies that influenced him and notes that AI has opened new creative possibilities for translating his script ideas to the screen.
Currently presented as a proof-of-concept trailer, They Lurk Beneath Eyelids is being used to gauge audience interest and explore the potential for a larger production. Tremblay has suggested the project could continue as either a full-length film or an episodic web series.
As conversations surrounding AI and filmmaking continue across the entertainment industry, They Lurk Beneath Eyelids offers an example of how emerging technology is being used by creators to experiment with new approaches while celebrating the visual traditions of horror cinema.
